{"id":590,"date":"2025-11-12T07:46:17","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T08:46:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bloggingxpert.com\/?p=590"},"modified":"2025-11-13T15:52:29","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T15:52:29","slug":"volunteering-at-rgus-graduation-as-a-student","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.bloggingxpert.com\/index.php\/2025\/11\/12\/volunteering-at-rgus-graduation-as-a-student\/","title":{"rendered":"Volunteering at RGU\u2019s Graduation as a Student"},"content":{"rendered":"
As part of my BA (Hons) Events Management<\/a> degree, I\u2019ve been actively seeking opportunities to gain real-world experience alongside my studies. One of the most valuable and enjoyable opportunities I\u2019ve taken part in has been volunteering at my university\u2019s graduation ceremonies.<\/p>\n Read more about my experience in this blog.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n I\u2019ve volunteered at several graduations now, and each time I\u2019ve found it to be an excellent way to develop practical skills while contributing to an event that holds real significance for students and their families. <\/p>\n It also allows me to work toward the required hours for my Industry Experience Portfolio<\/em> module, which focuses on building a set number of hours in different types of events experiences. This module is designed to help students gain real-world exposure in the events industry, develop our professional skills, and build our CVs with relevant experience that will stand us in good stead when we enter the world of work.<\/p>\n Graduation is one of the largest and most high-profile events at the University, and being part of the team behind it offers a unique insight into event delivery on a bigger scale. The days are busy and structured, with clear schedules and high expectations, which makes them ideal for gaining hands-on experience in live event management.<\/p>\n Graduations are such significant milestones for students, their families, and the wider University community. It\u2019s a day full of joy, pride, and celebration\u2014a perfect example of a large-scale event that requires meticulous planning and flawless execution.<\/p>\n When I first heard about the opportunity to volunteer, I immediately signed up because it felt like the perfect chance to gain hands-on experience while also being part of something meaningful. As someone aspiring to build a career in the events industry, I wanted to immerse myself in live event operations and witness first-hand the organisational skills and teamwork required to make such an occasion run smoothly.<\/p>\n Volunteering at graduations involves a variety of tasks, including:<\/p>\n The work is fast paced but well-organised, and each task plays a part in making sure the day runs smoothly. It\u2019s also a great opportunity to observe how different departments coordinate during a large-scale event, which is something we often discuss in our course but don\u2019t always get to see first-hand.<\/p>\n One of the key benefits of volunteering is how directly it ties into my studies. Our Industry Experience Portfolio <\/em>requires us to record hours across various types of events, and graduations has been an ideal way to contribute toward this.<\/p>\n Beyond simply logging hours, though, the experience allows me to reflect critically on what I\u2019ve learned in lectures. For example:<\/p>\n These are insights I simply wouldn\u2019t gain from coursework alone, and they\u2019ve been incredibly useful for developing a clearer picture of what working in events involves.<\/p>\n I plan to continue volunteering at future graduation ceremonies because I find the experience genuinely worthwhile. It\u2019s structured, relevant to my course, and provides a clear sense of how large-scale events are managed from behind the scenes.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also a great way to build connections with staff and fellow students, and to keep developing my skills in a live, professional environment. Each graduation offers new challenges and learning points, and I can see how these experiences are directly preparing me for future roles in the events industry.<\/p>\n Overall, volunteering at graduations has been one of the most beneficial parts of my studies so far. It\u2019s practical, it supports my academic requirements, and it\u2019s helping me build a portfolio of experience that I can take forward into my career in events management. \u00a0<\/p>\n Ellen Smith<\/em><\/p>\n Events Management: Promoting Scotland and raising money for charity<\/a><\/p>\n Volunteering at RGU \u2013 From \u201cjust helping a friend\u201d to making a difference<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n The post Volunteering at RGU\u2019s Graduation as a Student<\/a> appeared first on RGU Student Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" As part of my BA (Hons) Events Management degree, I\u2019ve been actively seeking opportunities to gain real-world experience alongside my studies. One of the most valuable and enjoyable opportunities I\u2019ve taken part in has been volunteering at my university\u2019s graduation ceremonies. Read more about my experience in this blog. 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\nWhy I Volunteer at Graduations<\/h2>\n
What My Role Involved at Graduation<\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\nLinking to My Course and Industry Experience<\/h2>\n
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Why I Plan to Keep Volunteering<\/h2>\n
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